This drive unit has a non-indexing motor which can easily be fitted to the underside of the turntable with no programming needed. The operator can simply line up the deck against the exit or entrance road by eye. The controls allow for small adjustments to get a perfect alignment. This gives the modeller ultimate flexibility and control and allows for existing turntables on layouts to be equipped with the motor without any track re-laying.
Power has to be provided from an independent (uncontrolled) 12vDC 2 amp supply, but other than that everything needed is included.
Operating the motor is straightforward: press and hold either the clockwise or anti-clockwise buttons to rotate the deck and release the button when you wish to stop. Operation is extremely smooth.
Retro-fitting the motor to an existing turntable in-situ is easy. The kit is supplied with three mounting fixtures that, when assembled, are glued to the underside of the turntable deck. There is also a special joining collar that links the motor to the central shaft of the turntable deck. Although this is a tight interference fit it is best that this is also glued into place. Full instructions are included in the kit.